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3 Real-World Startup Lessons from Harvard Business School Entrepreneurs

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We both went on to have successful careers as consultants and entrepreneurs, and had a passion for working with and investing in younger entrepreneurs. So when Jim floated the idea of a book targeting entrepreneurs to help more of them succeed, we gave it serious thought. There is no random “lightbulb” or “aha” moment.

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10 Disciplines To Help Driven Entrepreneurs Find Peace and Shine

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Working with driven entrepreneurs has been my life for over three decades. Being a driven entrepreneur is a blessing and a curse. Over the last 30 years, I have created five pieces of content to help driven entrepreneurs get everything they want out of their businesses and lives. The world needs entrepreneurs now more than ever.

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Business Book Bonanza: 10 Must-Read Gems To Skyrocket Your Business

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Whether you’re a startup entrepreneur or a seasoned veteran, remember: Great leaders must be readers! Look no further than these top business book recommendations from 10 successful Australian entrepreneurs who are all active members of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO). I credit this book a lot for my success.

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Why your team needs scheduling software: Microsoft Bookings vs. Calendly

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Calendly vs. Microsoft Bookings . Let’s compare the two most viable meeting scheduler choices: the best in class, Calendly, and the easiest option to implement, Microsoft Bookings. . What is Microsoft Bookings? . Microsoft Bookings is a scheduling app that’s part of Microsoft 365. Pros of Microsoft Bookings .

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Innovation Stacks and Crazy Entrepreneurs

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McKelvey is a serial entrepreneur, inventor, philanthropist and artist. In his book The Innovation Stack , he recounts how he and his cofounder, Jack Dorsey of Twitter, approached the problem of credit cards with a new perspective. Here, he explains what an Innovation Stack is, plus what makes a real entrepreneur. . What is it?

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CEOs and Entrepreneurs Can’t “Own” Strategy: Implementing a Collaborative Approach

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In general, the leader, especially if an entrepreneur, is a dreamer by nature. Creating a bucket of actionable ideas Ideally, the leader lays out a vision of the future through writing a detailed Painted Picture or Vivid Vision three to five years out (see books by Cameron Herold ). and more articles from the EO blog.

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Cassandra Bailey Launches Children’s Book Series Talking About Mom’s Job

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Cassandra Bailey, CEO of Slice Communications , is one of the millions of entrepreneurs in the world who are also mothers. Additionally, Bailey is the author of a new series of children’s books about women just like her. Can you share what inspired you to launch this book series? . She has 8-year-old twin girls.